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Elianne Friend

SVP Digital Distribution

9 Story Media Group

As SVP of Digital & Distribution at 9 Story Media Group, Elianne leads the company’s in-house YouTube division, overseeing a portfolio of more than 130 channels and properties. She played a key role in bringing the iconic Scholastic portfolio to YouTube and in shaping distribution strategies for new digital-first IPs. Beyond YouTube, Elianne drives the growth of 9 Story’s digital distribution across major VOD and FAST platforms, including Tubi, Roku, Peacock, Netflix, and Hulu.

With over a decade at 9 Story, Elianne has held sales and digital positions across global territories. She brings 20 years of media experience, having previously served as a producer at Bloomberg Television and CNN in New York City. Elianne holds an MBA in Media, Entertainment & Technology and in Management from NYU’s Stern School of Business.

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